STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Fiscally Sound
AGENDA DATE: April 9, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
EXECUTIVE: Tammy L. Palomino
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize settlement of the bodily injury claims brought by Jesus Lule in the lawsuit styled, Jesus Lule v. Melvin Williams, Civil Action No. 3:23-CV-00950-L - Not to exceed $65,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Jesus Lule filed a lawsuit against former Dallas police officer Melvin Williams, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained on July 18, 2021, after Williams used objectively unreasonable force during a police-citizen encounter. The City and Mr. Lule have reached a proposed settlement of his claims, subject to City Council approval. Mr. Ludd is represented by James Roberts and Scott H. Palmer, P.C.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on April 4, 2025.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$65,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |